Assurance
Assurance noun - A state of mind in which one is free from doubt.
Usage example: I can state with complete assurance that no harm will ever come to you
Distrust
Distrust noun - A feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something.
Usage example: the psychic's bold claims were greeted with distrust and outright scorn
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